Technical pensions training consultant

Eden Scott; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Eden Scott is recruiting on behalf of an award-winning financial services business to appoint an experienced pensions professional to join either Edinburgh or Glasgow. The role focuses on technical learning, knowledge sharing, and developing others within a large operational pensions admin function, translating complex information into practical guidance.

You will shape learning initiatives, create development programmes, coach colleagues, collaborate with SMEs to interpret regulatory changes,

Qualifications

• Significant experience in pensions operations, administration or technical pensions functions.
• Strong understanding of UK pension arrangements and the regulatory environment.
• Ability to simplify complex concepts for different audiences.
• Excellent presentation, facilitation and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Collaborative approach with credibility to influence at all levels.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
• Pensions qualifications would be advantageous, though equivalent industry experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging technical learning programmes for operational teams.
• Create practical guidance, learning materials and knowledge resources that support professional development.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to colleagues, helping strengthen technical understanding and confidence.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to interpret legislative, procedural and industry developments.
• Identify emerging skill requirements and shape development plans to address them.
• Support the onboarding and development of new employees through structured learning pathways.
• Monitor learning outcomes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Act as a central point of contact for technical learning and capability-building activities.
• Promote a culture of knowledge sharing and professional growth across the wider business.
• Maintain high standards of quality, consistency and governance within learning resources and programmes.

Skills

Pensions operations

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Continuous improvement

Learning & development

Education

Pensions qualifications (advantageous)

Job description

Due to continued growth our client, an award winning financial services business are looking to add an experienced pensions professional to either their Edinburgh or Glasgow team. The technical learning specialist to play a key role in enhancing expertise across a large operational team in third party pensions admin. This is an opportunity for an experienced defined benefit pensions professional who enjoys developing others, translating complex technical information into practical guidance, and helping colleagues build confidence in their knowledge and decision-making. This position combines technical expertise, knowledge sharing and stakeholder engagement. The individual will shape learning initiatives, create engaging development programmes and support colleagues at all stages of their careers. They will work closely with operational leaders and technical experts to identify knowledge gaps, respond to emerging industry developments and promote best practice throughout the business. The role would suit someone who enjoys influencing others, driving continuous improvement and creating learning environments that enable people to perform at their best.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging technical learning programmes for operational teams.
• Create practical guidance, learning materials and knowledge resources that support professional development.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to colleagues, helping strengthen technical understanding and confidence.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to interpret legislative, procedural and industry developments.
• Identify emerging skill requirements and shape development plans to address them.
• Support the onboarding and development of new employees through structured learning pathways.
• Monitor learning outcomes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Act as a central point of contact for technical learning and capability-building activities.
• Promote a culture of knowledge sharing and professional growth across the wider business.
• Maintain high standards of quality, consistency and governance within learning resources and programmes.

About the Individual

• Significant experience within pensions operations, administration or technical pensions functions.
• Strong understanding of UK pension arrangements and the regulatory environment.
• The ability to simplify complex concepts and communicate them clearly to different audiences.
• Excellent presentation, facilitation and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• A collaborative approach and the credibility to influence at all levels.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
• Professional pensions qualifications would be advantageous, although equivalent industry experience will also be considered.

What's on Offer

• Alongside a competitive salary, the organisation offers a flexible benefits package, hybrid working arrangements, ongoing professional development opportunities and a highly supportive culture focused on collaboration, learning and career progression.